Renaissance, Reivers & The Reformation

Border Reivers

The Siller Gun, Kirkcudbright

Period:

16th Century

Description:

This is a model firearm given to the town of Kirkcudbright by James VI in 1587 to be used as the prize for winning a shooting competition. The King's aim was to improve the military capability of the Town's inhabitants. The initials stand for Thomas MacLellan, who was provost in 1587.

A silver model of a haquebutt, with the initials 'T.Mc.' and date '1587' incised on it, together with a chain bearing a shield with upside down chevrons.